IT Manager

SEI Europe; Upper Broughton; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading materials handling equipment manufacturer in the UK is seeking an experienced IT Manager to oversee its IT & IS function. This role involves leading a multi-site team, ensuring system integrity and security, delivering strategic IT projects, and fostering innovation through AI and automation. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, hands-on technical expertise, and experience in project delivery. Competitive salary and attractive benefits are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Attractive company pension

Company vehicle

Fuel card

Company sick pay

Voluntary critical illness cover

Free eye tests

Free flu jabs

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Benefits platform with discounts and offers

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an IT Manager or senior IT Leader.
• Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
• Hands-on technical knowledge of networking and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead the UK IT & IS support function to ensure system availability.
• Deliver IT projects on time and within budget.
• Manage the telecommunications and network infrastructure.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Technical knowledge of Microsoft environments

Networking knowledge

Experience with AI and RPA

Cybersecurity solutions experience

ERP support experience

Power BI experience

Job description

We are looking for an IT Manager to lead our UK-based IT & IS function. This is a pivotal role within the Business Systems group, responsible for delivering robust IT services, driving digital innovation, and aligning local operations with our European parent company's infrastructure and strategy.

This role can be based in or around either Warrington, Leicester or Castleford.

About The Role

As IT Manager, you will lead a small, multi-site team supporting our UK operations. You'll be responsible for ensuring the integrity, security, and performance of our IT infrastructure, while also delivering strategic projects and supporting business transformation initiatives. You'll work closely with stakeholders across the UK and Europe, balancing hands‑on technical leadership with strategic planning and team development.

Day‑to‑day responsibilities

• Lead the UK IT & IS support function, ensuring high availability of systems and services
• Deliver UK and European IT projects on time and within budget
• Manage telecommunications, network infrastructure, and hardware lifecycle
• Oversee IT budgets, KPIs, and service level agreements
• Ensure compliance with cybersecurity and data protection standards
• Act as the UK escalation point for ERP and Toyota Industries Group systems
• Champion innovation through AI, RPA, and automation technologies
• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners

Required skills and experience

We are looking for somebody with proven experience as an IT Manager or senior IT Leader.

• Strong leadership, team development, and coaching skills
• Excellent communication, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery experience
• Hands‑on technical knowledge of Microsoft environments, networking, and infrastructure
• Experience with AI, RPA, and cybersecurity solutions
• ERP support experience (preferably within a group or multinational structure)
• Power BI experience
• Ability to travel occasionally to other UK and European sites

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Attractive company pension
• Company vehicle
• Fuel card
• Company sick pay
• Voluntary critical illness cover
• Free eye tests
• Free flu jabs
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Benefits platform with instant discounts and offers

Why Choose Toyota Material Handling

Toyota Material Handling is the world's number one manufacturer of materials handling equipment providing quality sales and service support across the UK. We foster a culture where our team members are encouraged to continually improve their processes and strive to provide the highest quality in service for our customers. We aim to create a safe environment where our team members feel valued, fulfilled, engaged and happy. We want to attract the best talent and develop our team so that they achieve their full potential.

Our commitment is to read each application carefully, however due to the high volume of applications we receive regrettably only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Toyota Material Handling UK is an equal opportunities employer.